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I am having breakout and i am on tetracycline 500mg twice daily so, can i have beta carotene 6mg along with it?
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Nota problem : This should not be a problem and I do not see this as a contraindication but i many certain how te beta carotene will help.
Answered 6/1/2013
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No interaction: The absorption of tetracycline can be affected if you take a vitamin or food or supplement containing minerals such as calcium within two hours of the tetracycline. Otherwise it is okay to take. Beta carotene in excess can cause carotenemia which causes an orangish yellow discoloration of the skin and nails. This is reversible by stopping the supplement if it happens.
Answered 6/8/2013
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